Lake Beulah
Key Takeaway
Lake Beulah is classified as high hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1840 and is 186 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 40.1% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 7.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 834 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 193 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1840 (186 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00699 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lake Beulah Management District;Walworth County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Beulah?
Lake Beulah is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Beulah?
Lake Beulah is owned by Lake Beulah Management District;Walworth County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Beulah built?
Lake Beulah was completed in 1840, making it 186 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Beulah?
Lake Beulah serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Beulah?
Lake Beulah has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lake Beulah last inspected?
Lake Beulah was last inspected on June 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.